Acquisition Is the Preferred Mode of Diversification for Most Firms

Acquisition is the preferred mode of diversification for most firms because:

A) The stock market confers with high price/earnings ratios on companies that pursue diversifying acquisitions.
B) Empirical research shows that diversifying acquisitions typically create significant value for the acquiring firm.
C) The alternative of acquiring a minority stake does not give the diversifying firms significant decision-making influence over the target firm.
D) The alternative of setting up a new enterprise in the industry to be entered involves excessive time and risk.